Captain America: Brave New World leaves viewers with several unanswered questions. This review explores the film's most perplexing plot points and character choices.
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Banner's Absence: The film directly builds upon The Incredible Hulk, yet Bruce Banner is conspicuously absent. Given his connection to the unfolding events and his established role in monitoring global threats, his omission is jarring. While a post-hoc explanation might be offered, his absence creates a significant plot hole.
The Leader's Limited Scope: Samuel Sterns, aka The Leader, possesses immense intellect, yet his strategic planning seems surprisingly short-sighted. His actions lack the grand, world-threatening ambition expected of such a villain. His seemingly impulsive surrender also undermines his portrayal as a mastermind.
Red Hulk's Inconsistency: The film's Red Hulk deviates significantly from his comic book counterpart. Unlike the intelligent and strategic Red Hulk of the comics, the MCU version is a mindless rage monster, lacking the tactical prowess and intellectual capabilities that define the character.
Weapon Inconsistencies: Red Hulk's invulnerability to bullets is contradicted by his susceptibility to Captain America's vibranium blades. While vibranium's superior properties offer a plausible explanation, the inconsistency remains noticeable.
Bucky's Unexpected Career Change: Bucky Barnes' sudden foray into politics feels jarring and unearned. His past actions and personality seem ill-suited for a political career, raising questions about the motivations behind this narrative choice.
Sidewinder's Unexplained Grudge: Sidewinder's intense personal vendetta against Captain America lacks sufficient explanation. This underdeveloped motivation leaves a significant plot thread unresolved. The possibility of reshoots impacting this aspect remains.
Sabra's Unclear Purpose: Ruth Bat-Seraph, the MCU's adaptation of Sabra, feels underutilized. Her role as a minor obstacle before becoming an ally lacks depth, and the choice to adapt the Sabra character while significantly altering her origins raises questions about the creative decisions involved.
Adamantium's Significance: The introduction of adamantium serves primarily as a plot device, driving conflict without establishing its long-term impact on the MCU. While its connection to Wolverine is evident, its broader implications remain unclear.
The Avengers' Continued Absence: The film hints at the need for a new Avengers team, but fails to meaningfully advance the process. The lack of significant progress towards reforming the Avengers, despite the introduction of numerous new heroes, remains a frustrating aspect of the MCU's current trajectory. The film's climax could have benefited significantly from the inclusion of additional Avengers.
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This review highlights the significant narrative and character inconsistencies that leave Captain America: Brave New World feeling somewhat incomplete. Many plot points feel underdeveloped, leaving viewers with more questions than answers.
